David’s Juventus future still uncertain, but Spalletti eyes second chance for Canada star

Jonathan David’s future at Juventus remains uncertain, but according to Tuttosport, coach Luciano Spalletti is willing to give the Canadian star a second chance, making further assessments during the summer pre-season.

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Tuttosport reports that Juventus coach Spalletti remains uncertain about David’s future at the Allianz Stadium.

The Canada international has not met expectations in his first season at Juventus, having scored eight goals in 42 appearances in Turin.

However, he’s shown improvement in recent games, not only scoring against Bologna in the Bianconeri’s latest match, but also showing better link-up play and helping the team defensively.

Therefore, while Belgium international Openda is destined to leave Juventus at the end of the season, Spalletti might give David a second chance by assessing him further during the pre-season.

David, 26, joined Juventus on a free transfer from Lille last summer, and any future sale would give Juventus a consistent capital gain.

According to Tuttosport, Juventus are open to offers for the ex-Lille striker, who is valued between 20m and 30m, but Spalletti’s view will also determine the club’s decision on David’s future.

Clearly, performances at the World Cup in the summer will affect the striker’s price tag, for better or worse, for Juve.